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I hope everyone had a relaxing and peaceful holiday season We look
forward to seeing all of the students again after the winter recess I imagine
everyone is rested rejuvenated and ready for the long haul through the NY
winter
Itrsquos hard to believe we have ended 2018 December seemed to have flown by
while we had some exciting events at the Intermediate School Mrs
Doubrava and I participated in the 7th annual lsquoPrincipal Read Your Heart Out
Challengersquo that required us to read all day long from the beginning to the end
of school Just before break we turned the challenge back to the students to
lsquoread their heart outrsquo The challenge was for all students to finish at least one
book (cover to cover) on their reading level We always like to extend the
challenge to include exercise each day as well Thanks for your help in
supporting reading and exercise at home throughout the year
On another note we will be featuring musical concerts this month Please
see page two for more information about the dates for the chorus band and
orchestra concerts We invite everyone to attend even if your child does not
play an instrument or sing in the chorus Our very talented music teachers
have been working diligently to prepare our students for a sure-to-be
wonderful show
Irsquod like to end by wishing you all a very happy healthy and prosperous New
Year Please continue to be active in your childrsquos education The investment
of your time inquiring about their day reading or studying important skills
will pay enormous dividends for them in the future
If you get a minute check out the parent article to the right called How to
Teach Your Kids itrsquos Okay to Have Less Than Their Friends Most parents
want their kids to fit in and feel socially accepted Unfortunately todayrsquos
world is full of ldquothe next best thingrdquo and kids are feeling the pressure of
lsquoneedingrsquo (not lsquowantingrsquo) what they think everyone else has
Yours in education
Michael Bostwick
Principal
Principalrsquos Post
Inside this issue
January 2019
Volume 6 Issue 5
Follow me on Twitter Michael BostwickM_Bostwick School Hashtag ISinnovators Like us on facebook Search Horseheads Intermediate School Website httpwwwhorseheadsdistrictcomHHIScfm
ldquoThanks for
your help in
supporting
reading and
exercise at
homerdquo
ATTENTION Parent Resources
on IS website
Horseheads
Intermediate School
ldquoLoving a child doesnt mean giving in to all his whims to love him is to bring out the best in him to teach him to love what is difficultrdquo
-- Nadia Boulanger
Principalrsquos Post 1
Calendar Dates 2
Informational Items 2
School Closings 3
Makerspace 3
School Messenger 4
Elks Hoop Shoot 5
Health Office News 6
Students of the
Marking Period 7
Reading Tips 8
Classifieds 9
Need for substitute
teachers and TArsquos see
page 9
1
The School Connection
Connection
Tuesday January 1st - 4th No School ndash Winter Recess
Tuesday January 8th PTO Meeting 630PM IS Library
Tuesday January 8th ParentPrincipal Chat 900AM IS Cafeacute 600PM IS Library
Thursday January 10th Strings Showcase HS Auditorium 700 PM
Thursday January 17th Board of Education Meeting Multi-Media Center 600 PM
Monday January 21st No School ndash Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day
Wednesday January 23rd Grade 6 Concert High School 700 PM
Thursday January 24th Grade 5 Concert High School 700 PM
Monday January 28th frac12 Day of School Dismissal at 1115 AM
Wednesday January 30th Scripps Spelling Bee 245 PM MS Cafeteria
1 Winter has arrived Please be sure that your child wears an appropriate coat hat gloves and clothes Recess and Kids In Action (KIA) will be outside when weather permits
2 Please be sure to pick up your child promptly from school dismissal and after-school activities including clubsintramurals We appreciate our volunteers who give their time for these We cannot guarantee supervision of students after 230 PM on full days of school or after 1100 AM on half days of school
3 It is important that Intermediate School students not arrive until 740 AM Our supervision begins at that time
4 The folks at the Bus Garage would like to remind students that NO GLASS CONTAINERS OR OBJECTS of any kind should be on the bus
5 Reminder In an effort to cut costs and increase efficiency the District consolidated some of our bus runs As a result due to limited space on the buses we are no longer able to allow friends of students to ride their bus to and from school with them
6 Reminder On days when there is a Two-Hour Delay breakfast will not be served
FAMILY VACATIONS
Absences due to vacation trips are not excused absences Before making vacation plans please consult the school calendar if possible Parents are strongly discouraged from taking their children out of school for family vacations because valuable classroom instructional time can never be replaced by make-up assignments If parents decide to take their child out of school for vacations please notify your childrsquos teacher and the office You may request work ahead of time but since plans change day-to-day students are expected to also check-in with their teacher about missed work upon return An appropriate time frame will be given to return the assignments Students should be encouraged by parents to read and write in a journal during their absence from school
Extra Extra Read All About It
2
1 Applications for assistance from the Artic League are available in
the Main Office
2 Christmas Assistance is available from the Salvation Army
414 Lake Street Elmira
Appointments are necessary in order to receive a Christmas Basket
Carolyn Tolbert Director
732-0314 Ext 101
3 The Intermediate School staff gratefully declines Christmas gifts this Holiday Season Instead
we encourage you to help those in need or less fortunate by donating to your favorite
charity
4 Math FactsmdashMemorization of math facts is critical for student success in Math at this grade
level Math facts are essential for students as they study higher level math concepts The
Intermediate School would like to see ALL students testing at 100 on their math facts test at
the end of this school year Your child may borrow a set of math fact cards We ask that you
or someone in your family help your child to study these math acts cards and then return
them to their homeroom teachers Practice will pay offWe are encouraging our students
to wash their hands often with soap and water Five years ago a hand sanitizer was placed
at the doors to the lunch room We appreciate those who had sent some in with your child
this year We want to inform you that the District will be maintaining this during the year
Thank you
5 Each Team at the Intermediate School has developed a community service plan to help
others in our community Look for more information on how you can participate Thank you
to all who supported Make-A-Difference Day that was held on Saturday October 27th
6 PTO is planning a Luncheon for staff on Friday November 16th ParentTeacher Conference
Day Donations are appreciated Please contact with any
questions PTO OFFICERS 2012-2013
Co-Presidents Jessica Casey (Home)739-1336 (Cell)742-9022
Michelle Harshbarger (Cell)259-0969
Treasurer Yvonne Cutler (Home)739-2794 (Cell)738-2039
Secretary Deborah French (Home) 739-0820 (Cell) 742-7941
Dear Parents
Winter weather brings the possibility of school closings Schools are closed when the weather makes it impossible to have reasonable attendance or when the schools or buses would not be able to operate safely The school day is delayed only when inclement weather conditions are expected to improve by early morning Inclement weather may include snow ice and freezing temperatures
If schools are closed in the morning they will remain closed all day for scheduled activities including remedial programs use of facilities by non-school groups and special evening programs
If schools are on a two-hour delay they will begin two hours later than usual For example students who arrive after 1025 AM will be marked tardy There will be no breakfast served on those days
Letrsquos hope the weather cooperates with us so that we have a safe winter
3
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Now that we are back from winter recess and are approaching the mid-year point here at school we kindly ask that parents and students check the supply lists given out over the summer and replenish any pencils pens paper etc that you may be running low on
PRESIDENTIAL SERVICE AWARDS
A reminder that Presidential Service Award volunteer forms for the second marking period are due on Friday February 1 2019 Students may give the forms to their teacher or drop them off in the Office As a reminder this is an optional activity
We are in the fourth year of our Makerspace at the Intermediate School A Makerspace is a place for students
to tap their creativity and innovation by investigatingmaking things they are passionate about Students get
the opportunity to explore with things such as lsquomaking challengesrsquo electrical circuits tech devices such as
Makey MakeyLittle BitsOzobots and we even have a take apart station where students can deconstruct
electrical devices to see how they work This past month students were able to design and create their own
bookmark that was 3D printed Be sure to follow our school hashtag on Twitter to see all of the great
happenings at the IS ISinnovators
3
4
EDUCATION HAPPENINGS
ELKS HOOP SHOOT ldquoCLASS CHAMPIONSrdquo 2018 Coinciding with our Basketball Unit students in the building took part in the Elks National Hoop Shoot program Listed
below are the age group high scorers from each class Congratulations to all
Mrs Bennett Mrs Ike Mrs Remchuk Mrs Walton
Hunter Matkosky Jeffery Orbin 10-11 Ben Church Braden Woodworth
Lily Felix CarLynn Sindlinger Emma Kamas Allison Ruhmel
12-13 Matt Taylor Griffin Stevens
Hannah DeWert Mia Ruggerio
Mrs Dotts Mrs Henry Mrs Smith Ms Malone
Brodi Carling Tanner Knapp 10-11 Jalen Fulwood Adam Nielsen
Nyasiah Connell Trisade Alston Braelyn Switala Aubrie Burke
12-13 Maddox Harvey Trevor Reidy
Morgan McCooey Elise Levantovich
Mr Delgrosso Ms Hays Mrs Telech Mrs Wandell
Jacob Loomis Seamus Lynch 10-11 Desmond Moore Johnny Durr
Madden Foster Emelia Clark Karleigh Hays Jordan Gross
12-13 Kegan Kent Avi Patel
Marney Durr Claire Tiberia
Ms Lewis Mrs Rial Mrs Hollar Mr Herman
Logan Kemmer Liam Morrissey 10-11 Lainey Knapp Luke LrsquoAmoreaux
Sarah Gabrish Grace Cronin Danica Moorehouse
12-13 Logan Bates Calvin Cragle
Kirsten Davis Ava Wing
Mrs May Mrs Mucci Ms Schoonover Mr Durr Caden Skinner Breckin Sullivan 10-11 Owen Wood Josh Stout
Emma Guzylak Paige Stevens Lily Snowburg Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Bryan Bernard Landon Poulson
Ms Van Zile Madelyn Crossley Maggie Houp
Connor Phillips
Olivia Hornsby Mrs Fuller Mr Liquori
10-11 Zach Giammichele Micah Hays
Britney Wheeler
12-13 Nial Gardner Aiden Gardner
Isabelle Clark Julia Busch
Mrs Fravel Mrs Privetts
10-11 Noah Edson Dominic Hugg
Karis Adams Gabriele Janeski
12-13 Donnie Hatch Raleigh Carling
Maycie Bennett Leah Scott
Congratulations to these students for being the top Free Throw Shooters of their age groups in each class
We sent twelve students to the District Hoop Shoot Contest that took place on December 4th at the High School
Boys Girls
10-11 Micah Hays 10-11 Emma Kamas
Karleigh Hays
Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Trevor Reidy 12-13 Leah Scott
Donnie Hatch Ava Wing
Matt Taylor Julia Busch
Our students placed in the tops spots in all four categories thus going on to represent our school in the Regional Finals in January
Boys 10-11 ndash Micah Hays 12-13 ndash Donnie Hatch and Girls 10-11 ndash Emma Kamas 12-13 ndash Leah Scott
All of our students gave their best effort and we could not be happier about it Good luck to our students moving on
5
5
NEWS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
PLEASE READ THIS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Dear Fifth Grade ParentsGuardians
All 6th grade students will need to receive 2 doses of the Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccination along with the Tdap vaccine The laws are very strict and we cannot allow students to come to school after the first 10 days of school without these immunizations
Your child may get the required immunization through your health care provider Five Star Urgent or Walk-In Clinics or through the Chemung County Health Department at (607)737-2028 appointment only if qualified
You must provide proof that your child has received the Tdap immunization in order for your child to attend school in the fall Your health care provider or health department will provide you with this written proof once your child receives the immunization Please bring this proof to our Health Office or fax it to us at 795-2495 No appointment cards accepted
Please note 10-year-old students who are entering 6th grade will not be required to receive the Tdap vaccine at this time and will not be excluded from school but will be tracked and must be immunized upon turning 11 years old
If you have further questions please contact the health office at 739-6366 (Option 2) Thank you for your cooperation
HEALTH CORNER
It is that time of the year again to remember good health practices Please keep your child home if heshe has had a temperature of 100 degrees or higher vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours Because there is no known cure for the common code prevention is the key to keeping colds away Most of the time you acquire a cold virus by touching your eyes nose or mouth with an object that has the cold virus on it Therefore to help avoid catching a cold
- Wash hands thoroughly and frequently with warm soapy water - Sneeze into a tissue rather than your hands then discard the tissue(Remember to please
send in tissue boxes) - Donrsquot touch your facemdashyour hands may have come in contact with a cold virus - Drink 8 glasses of water daily - Get plenty of restmdashup to 12 hours a night
Please be considerate of othersmdashyou are contagious for the first three days that cold symptoms appear
6
INFORMATION REGARDING VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
STUDENTS OF THE MARKING PERIOD
Marking Period 1
The following students were teacher-selected based on the September and October character traits as well as the habits of mind
5th Grade
EXPLORERS Owen Amey Maddie Ellis Laela Inthanongsak Breanna
Van Gorden
GAME CHANGERS McKenzie Hart Chase Luangsuwan Amelia Pronti Breckin Sullivan
GO GETTERS Karlyn Capener Hunter Matkosky James McKee Olivia Schwab
INVESTIGATORS Brayden Andrews Katie Miley Hannah Smetanka
THINKERS Nevaeh Austin Brodi Carling Shawn Harrigan Ava Klesh
TRANSFORMERS Dallas Harris Skyler Maynard
TREND SETTERS Dmitri Charlanow Lucie McKenzie Carver Robbins Maggie Sullivan
6th Grade
COLLABORATORS Alexandra Drake Marloe Laughlin Avi Patel
CREATORS Seth Loucks Anna Ruhmel
GROUND BREAKERS Maycie Bennett Gavin Gilbert Sibby Lowe Casey Pietrzak
MAKERS Liam Kane Emily Reyes-Melo Drew Parsons
PATHFINDERS Aubrie Burke Ellia Diezhandino
PROBLEM SOLVERS Calvin Cragle Chloe Perritt Brady Utter
TRAIL BLAZERS Elijah Friend Josh Stout
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
7
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
Tuesday January 1st - 4th No School ndash Winter Recess
Tuesday January 8th PTO Meeting 630PM IS Library
Tuesday January 8th ParentPrincipal Chat 900AM IS Cafeacute 600PM IS Library
Thursday January 10th Strings Showcase HS Auditorium 700 PM
Thursday January 17th Board of Education Meeting Multi-Media Center 600 PM
Monday January 21st No School ndash Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day
Wednesday January 23rd Grade 6 Concert High School 700 PM
Thursday January 24th Grade 5 Concert High School 700 PM
Monday January 28th frac12 Day of School Dismissal at 1115 AM
Wednesday January 30th Scripps Spelling Bee 245 PM MS Cafeteria
1 Winter has arrived Please be sure that your child wears an appropriate coat hat gloves and clothes Recess and Kids In Action (KIA) will be outside when weather permits
2 Please be sure to pick up your child promptly from school dismissal and after-school activities including clubsintramurals We appreciate our volunteers who give their time for these We cannot guarantee supervision of students after 230 PM on full days of school or after 1100 AM on half days of school
3 It is important that Intermediate School students not arrive until 740 AM Our supervision begins at that time
4 The folks at the Bus Garage would like to remind students that NO GLASS CONTAINERS OR OBJECTS of any kind should be on the bus
5 Reminder In an effort to cut costs and increase efficiency the District consolidated some of our bus runs As a result due to limited space on the buses we are no longer able to allow friends of students to ride their bus to and from school with them
6 Reminder On days when there is a Two-Hour Delay breakfast will not be served
FAMILY VACATIONS
Absences due to vacation trips are not excused absences Before making vacation plans please consult the school calendar if possible Parents are strongly discouraged from taking their children out of school for family vacations because valuable classroom instructional time can never be replaced by make-up assignments If parents decide to take their child out of school for vacations please notify your childrsquos teacher and the office You may request work ahead of time but since plans change day-to-day students are expected to also check-in with their teacher about missed work upon return An appropriate time frame will be given to return the assignments Students should be encouraged by parents to read and write in a journal during their absence from school
Extra Extra Read All About It
2
1 Applications for assistance from the Artic League are available in
the Main Office
2 Christmas Assistance is available from the Salvation Army
414 Lake Street Elmira
Appointments are necessary in order to receive a Christmas Basket
Carolyn Tolbert Director
732-0314 Ext 101
3 The Intermediate School staff gratefully declines Christmas gifts this Holiday Season Instead
we encourage you to help those in need or less fortunate by donating to your favorite
charity
4 Math FactsmdashMemorization of math facts is critical for student success in Math at this grade
level Math facts are essential for students as they study higher level math concepts The
Intermediate School would like to see ALL students testing at 100 on their math facts test at
the end of this school year Your child may borrow a set of math fact cards We ask that you
or someone in your family help your child to study these math acts cards and then return
them to their homeroom teachers Practice will pay offWe are encouraging our students
to wash their hands often with soap and water Five years ago a hand sanitizer was placed
at the doors to the lunch room We appreciate those who had sent some in with your child
this year We want to inform you that the District will be maintaining this during the year
Thank you
5 Each Team at the Intermediate School has developed a community service plan to help
others in our community Look for more information on how you can participate Thank you
to all who supported Make-A-Difference Day that was held on Saturday October 27th
6 PTO is planning a Luncheon for staff on Friday November 16th ParentTeacher Conference
Day Donations are appreciated Please contact with any
questions PTO OFFICERS 2012-2013
Co-Presidents Jessica Casey (Home)739-1336 (Cell)742-9022
Michelle Harshbarger (Cell)259-0969
Treasurer Yvonne Cutler (Home)739-2794 (Cell)738-2039
Secretary Deborah French (Home) 739-0820 (Cell) 742-7941
Dear Parents
Winter weather brings the possibility of school closings Schools are closed when the weather makes it impossible to have reasonable attendance or when the schools or buses would not be able to operate safely The school day is delayed only when inclement weather conditions are expected to improve by early morning Inclement weather may include snow ice and freezing temperatures
If schools are closed in the morning they will remain closed all day for scheduled activities including remedial programs use of facilities by non-school groups and special evening programs
If schools are on a two-hour delay they will begin two hours later than usual For example students who arrive after 1025 AM will be marked tardy There will be no breakfast served on those days
Letrsquos hope the weather cooperates with us so that we have a safe winter
3
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Now that we are back from winter recess and are approaching the mid-year point here at school we kindly ask that parents and students check the supply lists given out over the summer and replenish any pencils pens paper etc that you may be running low on
PRESIDENTIAL SERVICE AWARDS
A reminder that Presidential Service Award volunteer forms for the second marking period are due on Friday February 1 2019 Students may give the forms to their teacher or drop them off in the Office As a reminder this is an optional activity
We are in the fourth year of our Makerspace at the Intermediate School A Makerspace is a place for students
to tap their creativity and innovation by investigatingmaking things they are passionate about Students get
the opportunity to explore with things such as lsquomaking challengesrsquo electrical circuits tech devices such as
Makey MakeyLittle BitsOzobots and we even have a take apart station where students can deconstruct
electrical devices to see how they work This past month students were able to design and create their own
bookmark that was 3D printed Be sure to follow our school hashtag on Twitter to see all of the great
happenings at the IS ISinnovators
3
4
EDUCATION HAPPENINGS
ELKS HOOP SHOOT ldquoCLASS CHAMPIONSrdquo 2018 Coinciding with our Basketball Unit students in the building took part in the Elks National Hoop Shoot program Listed
below are the age group high scorers from each class Congratulations to all
Mrs Bennett Mrs Ike Mrs Remchuk Mrs Walton
Hunter Matkosky Jeffery Orbin 10-11 Ben Church Braden Woodworth
Lily Felix CarLynn Sindlinger Emma Kamas Allison Ruhmel
12-13 Matt Taylor Griffin Stevens
Hannah DeWert Mia Ruggerio
Mrs Dotts Mrs Henry Mrs Smith Ms Malone
Brodi Carling Tanner Knapp 10-11 Jalen Fulwood Adam Nielsen
Nyasiah Connell Trisade Alston Braelyn Switala Aubrie Burke
12-13 Maddox Harvey Trevor Reidy
Morgan McCooey Elise Levantovich
Mr Delgrosso Ms Hays Mrs Telech Mrs Wandell
Jacob Loomis Seamus Lynch 10-11 Desmond Moore Johnny Durr
Madden Foster Emelia Clark Karleigh Hays Jordan Gross
12-13 Kegan Kent Avi Patel
Marney Durr Claire Tiberia
Ms Lewis Mrs Rial Mrs Hollar Mr Herman
Logan Kemmer Liam Morrissey 10-11 Lainey Knapp Luke LrsquoAmoreaux
Sarah Gabrish Grace Cronin Danica Moorehouse
12-13 Logan Bates Calvin Cragle
Kirsten Davis Ava Wing
Mrs May Mrs Mucci Ms Schoonover Mr Durr Caden Skinner Breckin Sullivan 10-11 Owen Wood Josh Stout
Emma Guzylak Paige Stevens Lily Snowburg Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Bryan Bernard Landon Poulson
Ms Van Zile Madelyn Crossley Maggie Houp
Connor Phillips
Olivia Hornsby Mrs Fuller Mr Liquori
10-11 Zach Giammichele Micah Hays
Britney Wheeler
12-13 Nial Gardner Aiden Gardner
Isabelle Clark Julia Busch
Mrs Fravel Mrs Privetts
10-11 Noah Edson Dominic Hugg
Karis Adams Gabriele Janeski
12-13 Donnie Hatch Raleigh Carling
Maycie Bennett Leah Scott
Congratulations to these students for being the top Free Throw Shooters of their age groups in each class
We sent twelve students to the District Hoop Shoot Contest that took place on December 4th at the High School
Boys Girls
10-11 Micah Hays 10-11 Emma Kamas
Karleigh Hays
Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Trevor Reidy 12-13 Leah Scott
Donnie Hatch Ava Wing
Matt Taylor Julia Busch
Our students placed in the tops spots in all four categories thus going on to represent our school in the Regional Finals in January
Boys 10-11 ndash Micah Hays 12-13 ndash Donnie Hatch and Girls 10-11 ndash Emma Kamas 12-13 ndash Leah Scott
All of our students gave their best effort and we could not be happier about it Good luck to our students moving on
5
5
NEWS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
PLEASE READ THIS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Dear Fifth Grade ParentsGuardians
All 6th grade students will need to receive 2 doses of the Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccination along with the Tdap vaccine The laws are very strict and we cannot allow students to come to school after the first 10 days of school without these immunizations
Your child may get the required immunization through your health care provider Five Star Urgent or Walk-In Clinics or through the Chemung County Health Department at (607)737-2028 appointment only if qualified
You must provide proof that your child has received the Tdap immunization in order for your child to attend school in the fall Your health care provider or health department will provide you with this written proof once your child receives the immunization Please bring this proof to our Health Office or fax it to us at 795-2495 No appointment cards accepted
Please note 10-year-old students who are entering 6th grade will not be required to receive the Tdap vaccine at this time and will not be excluded from school but will be tracked and must be immunized upon turning 11 years old
If you have further questions please contact the health office at 739-6366 (Option 2) Thank you for your cooperation
HEALTH CORNER
It is that time of the year again to remember good health practices Please keep your child home if heshe has had a temperature of 100 degrees or higher vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours Because there is no known cure for the common code prevention is the key to keeping colds away Most of the time you acquire a cold virus by touching your eyes nose or mouth with an object that has the cold virus on it Therefore to help avoid catching a cold
- Wash hands thoroughly and frequently with warm soapy water - Sneeze into a tissue rather than your hands then discard the tissue(Remember to please
send in tissue boxes) - Donrsquot touch your facemdashyour hands may have come in contact with a cold virus - Drink 8 glasses of water daily - Get plenty of restmdashup to 12 hours a night
Please be considerate of othersmdashyou are contagious for the first three days that cold symptoms appear
6
INFORMATION REGARDING VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
STUDENTS OF THE MARKING PERIOD
Marking Period 1
The following students were teacher-selected based on the September and October character traits as well as the habits of mind
5th Grade
EXPLORERS Owen Amey Maddie Ellis Laela Inthanongsak Breanna
Van Gorden
GAME CHANGERS McKenzie Hart Chase Luangsuwan Amelia Pronti Breckin Sullivan
GO GETTERS Karlyn Capener Hunter Matkosky James McKee Olivia Schwab
INVESTIGATORS Brayden Andrews Katie Miley Hannah Smetanka
THINKERS Nevaeh Austin Brodi Carling Shawn Harrigan Ava Klesh
TRANSFORMERS Dallas Harris Skyler Maynard
TREND SETTERS Dmitri Charlanow Lucie McKenzie Carver Robbins Maggie Sullivan
6th Grade
COLLABORATORS Alexandra Drake Marloe Laughlin Avi Patel
CREATORS Seth Loucks Anna Ruhmel
GROUND BREAKERS Maycie Bennett Gavin Gilbert Sibby Lowe Casey Pietrzak
MAKERS Liam Kane Emily Reyes-Melo Drew Parsons
PATHFINDERS Aubrie Burke Ellia Diezhandino
PROBLEM SOLVERS Calvin Cragle Chloe Perritt Brady Utter
TRAIL BLAZERS Elijah Friend Josh Stout
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
7
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
1 Applications for assistance from the Artic League are available in
the Main Office
2 Christmas Assistance is available from the Salvation Army
414 Lake Street Elmira
Appointments are necessary in order to receive a Christmas Basket
Carolyn Tolbert Director
732-0314 Ext 101
3 The Intermediate School staff gratefully declines Christmas gifts this Holiday Season Instead
we encourage you to help those in need or less fortunate by donating to your favorite
charity
4 Math FactsmdashMemorization of math facts is critical for student success in Math at this grade
level Math facts are essential for students as they study higher level math concepts The
Intermediate School would like to see ALL students testing at 100 on their math facts test at
the end of this school year Your child may borrow a set of math fact cards We ask that you
or someone in your family help your child to study these math acts cards and then return
them to their homeroom teachers Practice will pay offWe are encouraging our students
to wash their hands often with soap and water Five years ago a hand sanitizer was placed
at the doors to the lunch room We appreciate those who had sent some in with your child
this year We want to inform you that the District will be maintaining this during the year
Thank you
5 Each Team at the Intermediate School has developed a community service plan to help
others in our community Look for more information on how you can participate Thank you
to all who supported Make-A-Difference Day that was held on Saturday October 27th
6 PTO is planning a Luncheon for staff on Friday November 16th ParentTeacher Conference
Day Donations are appreciated Please contact with any
questions PTO OFFICERS 2012-2013
Co-Presidents Jessica Casey (Home)739-1336 (Cell)742-9022
Michelle Harshbarger (Cell)259-0969
Treasurer Yvonne Cutler (Home)739-2794 (Cell)738-2039
Secretary Deborah French (Home) 739-0820 (Cell) 742-7941
Dear Parents
Winter weather brings the possibility of school closings Schools are closed when the weather makes it impossible to have reasonable attendance or when the schools or buses would not be able to operate safely The school day is delayed only when inclement weather conditions are expected to improve by early morning Inclement weather may include snow ice and freezing temperatures
If schools are closed in the morning they will remain closed all day for scheduled activities including remedial programs use of facilities by non-school groups and special evening programs
If schools are on a two-hour delay they will begin two hours later than usual For example students who arrive after 1025 AM will be marked tardy There will be no breakfast served on those days
Letrsquos hope the weather cooperates with us so that we have a safe winter
3
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Now that we are back from winter recess and are approaching the mid-year point here at school we kindly ask that parents and students check the supply lists given out over the summer and replenish any pencils pens paper etc that you may be running low on
PRESIDENTIAL SERVICE AWARDS
A reminder that Presidential Service Award volunteer forms for the second marking period are due on Friday February 1 2019 Students may give the forms to their teacher or drop them off in the Office As a reminder this is an optional activity
We are in the fourth year of our Makerspace at the Intermediate School A Makerspace is a place for students
to tap their creativity and innovation by investigatingmaking things they are passionate about Students get
the opportunity to explore with things such as lsquomaking challengesrsquo electrical circuits tech devices such as
Makey MakeyLittle BitsOzobots and we even have a take apart station where students can deconstruct
electrical devices to see how they work This past month students were able to design and create their own
bookmark that was 3D printed Be sure to follow our school hashtag on Twitter to see all of the great
happenings at the IS ISinnovators
3
4
EDUCATION HAPPENINGS
ELKS HOOP SHOOT ldquoCLASS CHAMPIONSrdquo 2018 Coinciding with our Basketball Unit students in the building took part in the Elks National Hoop Shoot program Listed
below are the age group high scorers from each class Congratulations to all
Mrs Bennett Mrs Ike Mrs Remchuk Mrs Walton
Hunter Matkosky Jeffery Orbin 10-11 Ben Church Braden Woodworth
Lily Felix CarLynn Sindlinger Emma Kamas Allison Ruhmel
12-13 Matt Taylor Griffin Stevens
Hannah DeWert Mia Ruggerio
Mrs Dotts Mrs Henry Mrs Smith Ms Malone
Brodi Carling Tanner Knapp 10-11 Jalen Fulwood Adam Nielsen
Nyasiah Connell Trisade Alston Braelyn Switala Aubrie Burke
12-13 Maddox Harvey Trevor Reidy
Morgan McCooey Elise Levantovich
Mr Delgrosso Ms Hays Mrs Telech Mrs Wandell
Jacob Loomis Seamus Lynch 10-11 Desmond Moore Johnny Durr
Madden Foster Emelia Clark Karleigh Hays Jordan Gross
12-13 Kegan Kent Avi Patel
Marney Durr Claire Tiberia
Ms Lewis Mrs Rial Mrs Hollar Mr Herman
Logan Kemmer Liam Morrissey 10-11 Lainey Knapp Luke LrsquoAmoreaux
Sarah Gabrish Grace Cronin Danica Moorehouse
12-13 Logan Bates Calvin Cragle
Kirsten Davis Ava Wing
Mrs May Mrs Mucci Ms Schoonover Mr Durr Caden Skinner Breckin Sullivan 10-11 Owen Wood Josh Stout
Emma Guzylak Paige Stevens Lily Snowburg Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Bryan Bernard Landon Poulson
Ms Van Zile Madelyn Crossley Maggie Houp
Connor Phillips
Olivia Hornsby Mrs Fuller Mr Liquori
10-11 Zach Giammichele Micah Hays
Britney Wheeler
12-13 Nial Gardner Aiden Gardner
Isabelle Clark Julia Busch
Mrs Fravel Mrs Privetts
10-11 Noah Edson Dominic Hugg
Karis Adams Gabriele Janeski
12-13 Donnie Hatch Raleigh Carling
Maycie Bennett Leah Scott
Congratulations to these students for being the top Free Throw Shooters of their age groups in each class
We sent twelve students to the District Hoop Shoot Contest that took place on December 4th at the High School
Boys Girls
10-11 Micah Hays 10-11 Emma Kamas
Karleigh Hays
Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Trevor Reidy 12-13 Leah Scott
Donnie Hatch Ava Wing
Matt Taylor Julia Busch
Our students placed in the tops spots in all four categories thus going on to represent our school in the Regional Finals in January
Boys 10-11 ndash Micah Hays 12-13 ndash Donnie Hatch and Girls 10-11 ndash Emma Kamas 12-13 ndash Leah Scott
All of our students gave their best effort and we could not be happier about it Good luck to our students moving on
5
5
NEWS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
PLEASE READ THIS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Dear Fifth Grade ParentsGuardians
All 6th grade students will need to receive 2 doses of the Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccination along with the Tdap vaccine The laws are very strict and we cannot allow students to come to school after the first 10 days of school without these immunizations
Your child may get the required immunization through your health care provider Five Star Urgent or Walk-In Clinics or through the Chemung County Health Department at (607)737-2028 appointment only if qualified
You must provide proof that your child has received the Tdap immunization in order for your child to attend school in the fall Your health care provider or health department will provide you with this written proof once your child receives the immunization Please bring this proof to our Health Office or fax it to us at 795-2495 No appointment cards accepted
Please note 10-year-old students who are entering 6th grade will not be required to receive the Tdap vaccine at this time and will not be excluded from school but will be tracked and must be immunized upon turning 11 years old
If you have further questions please contact the health office at 739-6366 (Option 2) Thank you for your cooperation
HEALTH CORNER
It is that time of the year again to remember good health practices Please keep your child home if heshe has had a temperature of 100 degrees or higher vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours Because there is no known cure for the common code prevention is the key to keeping colds away Most of the time you acquire a cold virus by touching your eyes nose or mouth with an object that has the cold virus on it Therefore to help avoid catching a cold
- Wash hands thoroughly and frequently with warm soapy water - Sneeze into a tissue rather than your hands then discard the tissue(Remember to please
send in tissue boxes) - Donrsquot touch your facemdashyour hands may have come in contact with a cold virus - Drink 8 glasses of water daily - Get plenty of restmdashup to 12 hours a night
Please be considerate of othersmdashyou are contagious for the first three days that cold symptoms appear
6
INFORMATION REGARDING VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
STUDENTS OF THE MARKING PERIOD
Marking Period 1
The following students were teacher-selected based on the September and October character traits as well as the habits of mind
5th Grade
EXPLORERS Owen Amey Maddie Ellis Laela Inthanongsak Breanna
Van Gorden
GAME CHANGERS McKenzie Hart Chase Luangsuwan Amelia Pronti Breckin Sullivan
GO GETTERS Karlyn Capener Hunter Matkosky James McKee Olivia Schwab
INVESTIGATORS Brayden Andrews Katie Miley Hannah Smetanka
THINKERS Nevaeh Austin Brodi Carling Shawn Harrigan Ava Klesh
TRANSFORMERS Dallas Harris Skyler Maynard
TREND SETTERS Dmitri Charlanow Lucie McKenzie Carver Robbins Maggie Sullivan
6th Grade
COLLABORATORS Alexandra Drake Marloe Laughlin Avi Patel
CREATORS Seth Loucks Anna Ruhmel
GROUND BREAKERS Maycie Bennett Gavin Gilbert Sibby Lowe Casey Pietrzak
MAKERS Liam Kane Emily Reyes-Melo Drew Parsons
PATHFINDERS Aubrie Burke Ellia Diezhandino
PROBLEM SOLVERS Calvin Cragle Chloe Perritt Brady Utter
TRAIL BLAZERS Elijah Friend Josh Stout
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
7
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
4
EDUCATION HAPPENINGS
ELKS HOOP SHOOT ldquoCLASS CHAMPIONSrdquo 2018 Coinciding with our Basketball Unit students in the building took part in the Elks National Hoop Shoot program Listed
below are the age group high scorers from each class Congratulations to all
Mrs Bennett Mrs Ike Mrs Remchuk Mrs Walton
Hunter Matkosky Jeffery Orbin 10-11 Ben Church Braden Woodworth
Lily Felix CarLynn Sindlinger Emma Kamas Allison Ruhmel
12-13 Matt Taylor Griffin Stevens
Hannah DeWert Mia Ruggerio
Mrs Dotts Mrs Henry Mrs Smith Ms Malone
Brodi Carling Tanner Knapp 10-11 Jalen Fulwood Adam Nielsen
Nyasiah Connell Trisade Alston Braelyn Switala Aubrie Burke
12-13 Maddox Harvey Trevor Reidy
Morgan McCooey Elise Levantovich
Mr Delgrosso Ms Hays Mrs Telech Mrs Wandell
Jacob Loomis Seamus Lynch 10-11 Desmond Moore Johnny Durr
Madden Foster Emelia Clark Karleigh Hays Jordan Gross
12-13 Kegan Kent Avi Patel
Marney Durr Claire Tiberia
Ms Lewis Mrs Rial Mrs Hollar Mr Herman
Logan Kemmer Liam Morrissey 10-11 Lainey Knapp Luke LrsquoAmoreaux
Sarah Gabrish Grace Cronin Danica Moorehouse
12-13 Logan Bates Calvin Cragle
Kirsten Davis Ava Wing
Mrs May Mrs Mucci Ms Schoonover Mr Durr Caden Skinner Breckin Sullivan 10-11 Owen Wood Josh Stout
Emma Guzylak Paige Stevens Lily Snowburg Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Bryan Bernard Landon Poulson
Ms Van Zile Madelyn Crossley Maggie Houp
Connor Phillips
Olivia Hornsby Mrs Fuller Mr Liquori
10-11 Zach Giammichele Micah Hays
Britney Wheeler
12-13 Nial Gardner Aiden Gardner
Isabelle Clark Julia Busch
Mrs Fravel Mrs Privetts
10-11 Noah Edson Dominic Hugg
Karis Adams Gabriele Janeski
12-13 Donnie Hatch Raleigh Carling
Maycie Bennett Leah Scott
Congratulations to these students for being the top Free Throw Shooters of their age groups in each class
We sent twelve students to the District Hoop Shoot Contest that took place on December 4th at the High School
Boys Girls
10-11 Micah Hays 10-11 Emma Kamas
Karleigh Hays
Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Trevor Reidy 12-13 Leah Scott
Donnie Hatch Ava Wing
Matt Taylor Julia Busch
Our students placed in the tops spots in all four categories thus going on to represent our school in the Regional Finals in January
Boys 10-11 ndash Micah Hays 12-13 ndash Donnie Hatch and Girls 10-11 ndash Emma Kamas 12-13 ndash Leah Scott
All of our students gave their best effort and we could not be happier about it Good luck to our students moving on
5
5
NEWS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
PLEASE READ THIS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Dear Fifth Grade ParentsGuardians
All 6th grade students will need to receive 2 doses of the Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccination along with the Tdap vaccine The laws are very strict and we cannot allow students to come to school after the first 10 days of school without these immunizations
Your child may get the required immunization through your health care provider Five Star Urgent or Walk-In Clinics or through the Chemung County Health Department at (607)737-2028 appointment only if qualified
You must provide proof that your child has received the Tdap immunization in order for your child to attend school in the fall Your health care provider or health department will provide you with this written proof once your child receives the immunization Please bring this proof to our Health Office or fax it to us at 795-2495 No appointment cards accepted
Please note 10-year-old students who are entering 6th grade will not be required to receive the Tdap vaccine at this time and will not be excluded from school but will be tracked and must be immunized upon turning 11 years old
If you have further questions please contact the health office at 739-6366 (Option 2) Thank you for your cooperation
HEALTH CORNER
It is that time of the year again to remember good health practices Please keep your child home if heshe has had a temperature of 100 degrees or higher vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours Because there is no known cure for the common code prevention is the key to keeping colds away Most of the time you acquire a cold virus by touching your eyes nose or mouth with an object that has the cold virus on it Therefore to help avoid catching a cold
- Wash hands thoroughly and frequently with warm soapy water - Sneeze into a tissue rather than your hands then discard the tissue(Remember to please
send in tissue boxes) - Donrsquot touch your facemdashyour hands may have come in contact with a cold virus - Drink 8 glasses of water daily - Get plenty of restmdashup to 12 hours a night
Please be considerate of othersmdashyou are contagious for the first three days that cold symptoms appear
6
INFORMATION REGARDING VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
STUDENTS OF THE MARKING PERIOD
Marking Period 1
The following students were teacher-selected based on the September and October character traits as well as the habits of mind
5th Grade
EXPLORERS Owen Amey Maddie Ellis Laela Inthanongsak Breanna
Van Gorden
GAME CHANGERS McKenzie Hart Chase Luangsuwan Amelia Pronti Breckin Sullivan
GO GETTERS Karlyn Capener Hunter Matkosky James McKee Olivia Schwab
INVESTIGATORS Brayden Andrews Katie Miley Hannah Smetanka
THINKERS Nevaeh Austin Brodi Carling Shawn Harrigan Ava Klesh
TRANSFORMERS Dallas Harris Skyler Maynard
TREND SETTERS Dmitri Charlanow Lucie McKenzie Carver Robbins Maggie Sullivan
6th Grade
COLLABORATORS Alexandra Drake Marloe Laughlin Avi Patel
CREATORS Seth Loucks Anna Ruhmel
GROUND BREAKERS Maycie Bennett Gavin Gilbert Sibby Lowe Casey Pietrzak
MAKERS Liam Kane Emily Reyes-Melo Drew Parsons
PATHFINDERS Aubrie Burke Ellia Diezhandino
PROBLEM SOLVERS Calvin Cragle Chloe Perritt Brady Utter
TRAIL BLAZERS Elijah Friend Josh Stout
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
7
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
EDUCATION HAPPENINGS
ELKS HOOP SHOOT ldquoCLASS CHAMPIONSrdquo 2018 Coinciding with our Basketball Unit students in the building took part in the Elks National Hoop Shoot program Listed
below are the age group high scorers from each class Congratulations to all
Mrs Bennett Mrs Ike Mrs Remchuk Mrs Walton
Hunter Matkosky Jeffery Orbin 10-11 Ben Church Braden Woodworth
Lily Felix CarLynn Sindlinger Emma Kamas Allison Ruhmel
12-13 Matt Taylor Griffin Stevens
Hannah DeWert Mia Ruggerio
Mrs Dotts Mrs Henry Mrs Smith Ms Malone
Brodi Carling Tanner Knapp 10-11 Jalen Fulwood Adam Nielsen
Nyasiah Connell Trisade Alston Braelyn Switala Aubrie Burke
12-13 Maddox Harvey Trevor Reidy
Morgan McCooey Elise Levantovich
Mr Delgrosso Ms Hays Mrs Telech Mrs Wandell
Jacob Loomis Seamus Lynch 10-11 Desmond Moore Johnny Durr
Madden Foster Emelia Clark Karleigh Hays Jordan Gross
12-13 Kegan Kent Avi Patel
Marney Durr Claire Tiberia
Ms Lewis Mrs Rial Mrs Hollar Mr Herman
Logan Kemmer Liam Morrissey 10-11 Lainey Knapp Luke LrsquoAmoreaux
Sarah Gabrish Grace Cronin Danica Moorehouse
12-13 Logan Bates Calvin Cragle
Kirsten Davis Ava Wing
Mrs May Mrs Mucci Ms Schoonover Mr Durr Caden Skinner Breckin Sullivan 10-11 Owen Wood Josh Stout
Emma Guzylak Paige Stevens Lily Snowburg Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Bryan Bernard Landon Poulson
Ms Van Zile Madelyn Crossley Maggie Houp
Connor Phillips
Olivia Hornsby Mrs Fuller Mr Liquori
10-11 Zach Giammichele Micah Hays
Britney Wheeler
12-13 Nial Gardner Aiden Gardner
Isabelle Clark Julia Busch
Mrs Fravel Mrs Privetts
10-11 Noah Edson Dominic Hugg
Karis Adams Gabriele Janeski
12-13 Donnie Hatch Raleigh Carling
Maycie Bennett Leah Scott
Congratulations to these students for being the top Free Throw Shooters of their age groups in each class
We sent twelve students to the District Hoop Shoot Contest that took place on December 4th at the High School
Boys Girls
10-11 Micah Hays 10-11 Emma Kamas
Karleigh Hays
Amanda McLaughlin
12-13 Trevor Reidy 12-13 Leah Scott
Donnie Hatch Ava Wing
Matt Taylor Julia Busch
Our students placed in the tops spots in all four categories thus going on to represent our school in the Regional Finals in January
Boys 10-11 ndash Micah Hays 12-13 ndash Donnie Hatch and Girls 10-11 ndash Emma Kamas 12-13 ndash Leah Scott
All of our students gave their best effort and we could not be happier about it Good luck to our students moving on
5
5
NEWS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
PLEASE READ THIS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Dear Fifth Grade ParentsGuardians
All 6th grade students will need to receive 2 doses of the Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccination along with the Tdap vaccine The laws are very strict and we cannot allow students to come to school after the first 10 days of school without these immunizations
Your child may get the required immunization through your health care provider Five Star Urgent or Walk-In Clinics or through the Chemung County Health Department at (607)737-2028 appointment only if qualified
You must provide proof that your child has received the Tdap immunization in order for your child to attend school in the fall Your health care provider or health department will provide you with this written proof once your child receives the immunization Please bring this proof to our Health Office or fax it to us at 795-2495 No appointment cards accepted
Please note 10-year-old students who are entering 6th grade will not be required to receive the Tdap vaccine at this time and will not be excluded from school but will be tracked and must be immunized upon turning 11 years old
If you have further questions please contact the health office at 739-6366 (Option 2) Thank you for your cooperation
HEALTH CORNER
It is that time of the year again to remember good health practices Please keep your child home if heshe has had a temperature of 100 degrees or higher vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours Because there is no known cure for the common code prevention is the key to keeping colds away Most of the time you acquire a cold virus by touching your eyes nose or mouth with an object that has the cold virus on it Therefore to help avoid catching a cold
- Wash hands thoroughly and frequently with warm soapy water - Sneeze into a tissue rather than your hands then discard the tissue(Remember to please
send in tissue boxes) - Donrsquot touch your facemdashyour hands may have come in contact with a cold virus - Drink 8 glasses of water daily - Get plenty of restmdashup to 12 hours a night
Please be considerate of othersmdashyou are contagious for the first three days that cold symptoms appear
6
INFORMATION REGARDING VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
STUDENTS OF THE MARKING PERIOD
Marking Period 1
The following students were teacher-selected based on the September and October character traits as well as the habits of mind
5th Grade
EXPLORERS Owen Amey Maddie Ellis Laela Inthanongsak Breanna
Van Gorden
GAME CHANGERS McKenzie Hart Chase Luangsuwan Amelia Pronti Breckin Sullivan
GO GETTERS Karlyn Capener Hunter Matkosky James McKee Olivia Schwab
INVESTIGATORS Brayden Andrews Katie Miley Hannah Smetanka
THINKERS Nevaeh Austin Brodi Carling Shawn Harrigan Ava Klesh
TRANSFORMERS Dallas Harris Skyler Maynard
TREND SETTERS Dmitri Charlanow Lucie McKenzie Carver Robbins Maggie Sullivan
6th Grade
COLLABORATORS Alexandra Drake Marloe Laughlin Avi Patel
CREATORS Seth Loucks Anna Ruhmel
GROUND BREAKERS Maycie Bennett Gavin Gilbert Sibby Lowe Casey Pietrzak
MAKERS Liam Kane Emily Reyes-Melo Drew Parsons
PATHFINDERS Aubrie Burke Ellia Diezhandino
PROBLEM SOLVERS Calvin Cragle Chloe Perritt Brady Utter
TRAIL BLAZERS Elijah Friend Josh Stout
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
7
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
NEWS FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
PLEASE READ THIS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Dear Fifth Grade ParentsGuardians
All 6th grade students will need to receive 2 doses of the Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccination along with the Tdap vaccine The laws are very strict and we cannot allow students to come to school after the first 10 days of school without these immunizations
Your child may get the required immunization through your health care provider Five Star Urgent or Walk-In Clinics or through the Chemung County Health Department at (607)737-2028 appointment only if qualified
You must provide proof that your child has received the Tdap immunization in order for your child to attend school in the fall Your health care provider or health department will provide you with this written proof once your child receives the immunization Please bring this proof to our Health Office or fax it to us at 795-2495 No appointment cards accepted
Please note 10-year-old students who are entering 6th grade will not be required to receive the Tdap vaccine at this time and will not be excluded from school but will be tracked and must be immunized upon turning 11 years old
If you have further questions please contact the health office at 739-6366 (Option 2) Thank you for your cooperation
HEALTH CORNER
It is that time of the year again to remember good health practices Please keep your child home if heshe has had a temperature of 100 degrees or higher vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours Because there is no known cure for the common code prevention is the key to keeping colds away Most of the time you acquire a cold virus by touching your eyes nose or mouth with an object that has the cold virus on it Therefore to help avoid catching a cold
- Wash hands thoroughly and frequently with warm soapy water - Sneeze into a tissue rather than your hands then discard the tissue(Remember to please
send in tissue boxes) - Donrsquot touch your facemdashyour hands may have come in contact with a cold virus - Drink 8 glasses of water daily - Get plenty of restmdashup to 12 hours a night
Please be considerate of othersmdashyou are contagious for the first three days that cold symptoms appear
6
INFORMATION REGARDING VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
STUDENTS OF THE MARKING PERIOD
Marking Period 1
The following students were teacher-selected based on the September and October character traits as well as the habits of mind
5th Grade
EXPLORERS Owen Amey Maddie Ellis Laela Inthanongsak Breanna
Van Gorden
GAME CHANGERS McKenzie Hart Chase Luangsuwan Amelia Pronti Breckin Sullivan
GO GETTERS Karlyn Capener Hunter Matkosky James McKee Olivia Schwab
INVESTIGATORS Brayden Andrews Katie Miley Hannah Smetanka
THINKERS Nevaeh Austin Brodi Carling Shawn Harrigan Ava Klesh
TRANSFORMERS Dallas Harris Skyler Maynard
TREND SETTERS Dmitri Charlanow Lucie McKenzie Carver Robbins Maggie Sullivan
6th Grade
COLLABORATORS Alexandra Drake Marloe Laughlin Avi Patel
CREATORS Seth Loucks Anna Ruhmel
GROUND BREAKERS Maycie Bennett Gavin Gilbert Sibby Lowe Casey Pietrzak
MAKERS Liam Kane Emily Reyes-Melo Drew Parsons
PATHFINDERS Aubrie Burke Ellia Diezhandino
PROBLEM SOLVERS Calvin Cragle Chloe Perritt Brady Utter
TRAIL BLAZERS Elijah Friend Josh Stout
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
7
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
STUDENTS OF THE MARKING PERIOD
Marking Period 1
The following students were teacher-selected based on the September and October character traits as well as the habits of mind
5th Grade
EXPLORERS Owen Amey Maddie Ellis Laela Inthanongsak Breanna
Van Gorden
GAME CHANGERS McKenzie Hart Chase Luangsuwan Amelia Pronti Breckin Sullivan
GO GETTERS Karlyn Capener Hunter Matkosky James McKee Olivia Schwab
INVESTIGATORS Brayden Andrews Katie Miley Hannah Smetanka
THINKERS Nevaeh Austin Brodi Carling Shawn Harrigan Ava Klesh
TRANSFORMERS Dallas Harris Skyler Maynard
TREND SETTERS Dmitri Charlanow Lucie McKenzie Carver Robbins Maggie Sullivan
6th Grade
COLLABORATORS Alexandra Drake Marloe Laughlin Avi Patel
CREATORS Seth Loucks Anna Ruhmel
GROUND BREAKERS Maycie Bennett Gavin Gilbert Sibby Lowe Casey Pietrzak
MAKERS Liam Kane Emily Reyes-Melo Drew Parsons
PATHFINDERS Aubrie Burke Ellia Diezhandino
PROBLEM SOLVERS Calvin Cragle Chloe Perritt Brady Utter
TRAIL BLAZERS Elijah Friend Josh Stout
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
7
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
TRANSFORMERS Sienna Gibson
READING CORNER
Reading is an integral part of learning The more you read the better you read
You have heard the saying ldquoPractice makes perfectrdquo and studies support the
idea that the best way to improve your reading skills is to read
Reading is also a form of entertainment Many genres or categories of books
lend themselves to reading for fun mysteries historical fiction science fiction
folklore etc
As parents it is important to be a reading role model Let your child see you
reading and encourage them to read on a daily basis
Each Intermediate School child is to read three grade level books each month
for a total of twenty-five books for the year Help your child to accomplish this
by going to the Library reading together and discovering books your child
will enjoy ldquoJust do itrdquo
Reading TipshellipThe key to maintaining focus while reading is to stop often and think about what yoursquore reading Here are some tips to make you a better reader
1 Ask yourself questions such as How does this relate to what I already know Why would the character do that What connections can I make to my own life
2 While reading make a light checkmark with a pencil after each paragraph If you start to get lost reading you can start from the last checkmark Donrsquot forget to jot down words and concepts If you
read write and recite you have a better chance of remembering important information
3 Every night read something meaningful that you enjoy for at least 15-20 minutes
ldquoThe more that you
read the more things
you will know The
more you learn the
more places yoursquoll gordquo
--Dr Seuss ldquoI Can
Read With My Eyes
Shutrdquo
8
6
Intermediate School PTO Officers (2018-2019)
President Gretchen Ferraro gferraro2010gmailcom 425-2603
VP Angela Sullivan Aksullivan624gmailcom 518-708-4288
Treasurer Brandon Johnson brjohnsohorseheadsdistrictcom 358-4117
Secretary Christina Staight Cstaightaolcom 426-8597
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9
Substitute Teachers Teaching Assistants
Substitute RNs and Bus Drivers needed for per
diem work during the school year
Teaching Substitutes must meet the following
criteria 1) An Associatesrsquo Degree or higher
OR 2) completion of at least 2 years of College
OR 3) Graduated from High School for at least 4
years and completed at least 12 college credits
OR 4) an Honorable Discharge from the military
Sub RNs should bring in evidence of their license
Sub Bus Drivers ndash Training will be included
Apply in person at Human Resources
or email hcsdinfohorseheadsdistrictcom for more
information
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High School)
Apply in person at the address below
Human Resources Office
Horseheads Central School District
One Raider Lane (south end of the High
School)
Attention PRINCIPAL CHATS
October 9th January 8th and April 9th
900 AM in the Cafeteria
600 ndash 630 PM in the Library
CLASSIFIEDS
The Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) for the Horseheads Central School District is Caitlin DeFilippo Director of Human Resources If there is a
complaint regarding discrimination harassment or bullying of any student the complaint should be filed with Caitlin DeFilippo at One Raider Lane
Horseheads NY 14845 607-739-5601 x4211 or cdefilippohorseheadsdistrictcom
The Horseheads Central School District offers educational programs without regard to race color national origin creed religion marital status military status sex sexual orientation age gender identity predisposing genetic characteristic or disability and provides equal access to applicable groups under the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act Inquiries regarding this policy may be made to Caitlin DeFilippo Title IXDASA Coordinator and Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer Anthony Gill Co-Civil Rights Compliance Officer or Kelly Squires Section 504 Coordinator Horseheads Central School District One Raider Lane Horseheads NY 14845 (607) 739-5601
Keep hoarding pull tabs So far we have
collected far less tabs than usual Get
others involved ndash ask your friends
neighbors and family members to collect
Pull tabs can be brought to the office
CHARACTER TRAIT AND
HABIT OF MINDrsquo OF THE
MONTH
Character Trait Fairness is defined as just
and reasonable treatment in accordance with
accepted rules or principles Parents please
encourage your child to play by the rules
take turns and share be open-minded while
listening to others treat all people equally
and consider all opinions
The Habit of Mind Taking Responsible
Risks It means to be adventuresome
Stretch your thinkinghellipI think I can
Ex Students who step outside their comfort
zone and try new strategies to solve
problems stand up for a friend or attempt to
answer a question in class when theyrsquore not
exactly sure are all examples of taking
responsible risks
RATES FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The District needs certified teachers for day-to-day substituting opportunities in all of our
schools Certified substitutes receive a rate of $105 per day To apply contact the Human
Resources Office at 739-5601 x 4211
9